No matter what time of year it is, a practical and aesthetically appealing covered patio will be in use all year long, raising the market value of your home. Moreover, covered patios provide a pleasant space for your home by extending your living area. Is a Covered Patio Different from a Pergola? A covered patio, unlike pergolas, is created with …
Does Hardscaping Add Value to Your Home?
A beautiful backyard can add to the enjoyment of your home, right? There is nothing wrong with wanting an appealing backyard to beautify your home. Hardscaping designs are functional for your family and financially valuable. If you’re going to enhance your outdoor living space, hardscaping is one of the great options. Hardscaping are things like fences, decks, patios, outdoor kitchens, …
How to Program Sprinkler System
Few things are more impressive and help maintain the value of your property like growing a lush green lawn. Automated sprinkler systems ensure impressive landscaping for the right reasons. However, incorrect sprinkler programming risks damaging the lawn and obstructs healthy grass growth. If you are wondering how to program your sprinkler to ensure a lush green and carpeted lawn, keep …
How to Create Outdoor Living Space: Top 4 Ways!
When it comes to outdoor living, creative and well-designed backyard elements can help take your outdoor space from 0 to 100. From patio covers and pergolas to fire features and outdoor kitchens, outdoor living is all the rage among homeowners. Before you break ground on your new outdoor living space, consider these 4 popular backyard features. How to Create Outdoor …
Fall Fire Features
One of the most popular hardscaping features you can add to an outdoor living space is the element of fire. Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces are becoming more and more popular with homeowners, and for good reasons. They offer great entertainment options for your entire family and can be a beautiful focal point for your patio or backyard. There is no …
Brighten Up Your Outdoor Living Space
The look and feel of your outdoor living space can make or break the quality and atmosphere of your home’s overall design. But it’s a lot easier to create outdoor space others will be envious of than it may seem. All it takes is some planning and creative design for your outdoor living dreams to become reality. Whether it’s a …
Warm Up On Cool Nights with a Fire Pit or Fireplace
Fire pits and outdoor fireplaces are becoming more and more popular. They add visual interest to your landscaping and can make your yard feel more complete. They also provide a focal point around which you can gather with friends and family. And, most important, they can extend your outdoor entertaining season. There is no reason to end outdoor entertaining just …
How to Enjoy Outdoor Living This Winter
The cooler fall temperatures are rolling in, making it the perfect time of year to spruce up your outdoor space and create an environment that you can enjoy year-round. One wonderful feature of having a landscaped yard is that it provides a means for extending your living and entertainment space. Whether you enjoy hosting large parties or prefer intimate outdoor …
Outdoor Living Projects With a Big ROI
Home design and decorating no longer focus solely on the interior. A movement toward reclaiming outdoor spaces has made patios, gardens, and outdoor living spaces more integrated parts of the home than ever before. With outdoor spaces becoming more and more popular, outdoor living projects are becoming more and more necessary. Here are a few tips for improving the exterior …
Patio Cover Options
Outdoor living and patio cover options add an entertainment area that can be used year-round. They often include a grill, seating, a covered patio area, possibly a fireplace or fire pit, and in many instances casual dining areas. Patios Patio covers are common with fully roofed outdoor spaces, allowing customers to choose from a traditionally attached covering or a free-standing …
Fire Up the Grill: Outdoor Kitchen Must-Haves
Imagine your next get-together outside in the fresh air with family and friends cooking and enjoying a delicious meal. Outdoor kitchens are one of the most impressive improvements you can make to your home, and for good reason. Before you start entertaining this summer, here’s how you can transform your backyard into an outdoor kitchen fit for a culinary master. …
Outdoor Spring Maintenance Checklist
Now that spring is here, it is time to get your home and yard ready for the warmer weather ahead with some outdoor spring maintenance. Many homeowners think that maintenance this time of year is geared more toward cleaning. This is absolutely true because cleaning plays a big part in improving your home’s curb appeal. However, there are other maintenance …
Choosing the Best Flooring for your Patio
Solid flooring for your patio provides the foundation you need to create an outdoor space you’ll enjoy for many years. There is a range of popular patio flooring options from classic materials like brick pavers to refined options like flagstone. Learning about the available flooring materials will help you determine the best type of flooring for your patio. Flagstone Since …
Big Design Ideas for Small Outdoor Spaces
One of the hottest trends in housing right now is the inclusion of outdoor living spaces. Most articles and photographs online show huge yards with generous outdoor spaces. Do you dream of the perfect outdoor living space, but are afraid your yard is too small to fit the bill? Never fear! Our ideas for small outdoor spaces will help turn …
10 Hardscaping Design Ideas
Hardscaping your backyard enhances the natural beauty of the space while adding a touch of sophistication. Whether you want to start with a small project or jump right into a full-scale transformation, there are 10 design factors you can address to help start the process. 1. Budgeting Your Project The least fun part of any home improvement project is discussing …